- The memo from the Police Department of Operations in Abuja outlined several key directives
In response to the upcoming #EndBadGovernance protests, the Nigeria Police Force has issued stringent directives to ensure readiness and maintain order.
According to a police wireless message issued in July 2024, all officers and personnel on leave are required to resume duty immediately, with all forms of leave suspended.
The memo from the Police Department of Operations in Abuja outlined several key directives:
All personnel must wear camouflage, while Police Mobile Force (PMF) units are to wear black with denim trousers.
Only trained and trustworthy officers are to be deployed for protest operations.
Alcohol consumption is strictly forbidden, and personnel are to be fully accountable for their actions.
Excess arms and ammunition are to be moved to state headquarters armories.
All personnel are confined to barracks and must remain vigilant.
The memo emphasized that any lapses will not be tolerated, with strict consequences for non-compliance. The order is effective immediately.